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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
zł357
Average ticket price on Sep 19
zł548
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 19
13
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Tours will cost around zł548 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł357.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Tours without transferring at least once.
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107455Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł361 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł361, while a train costs an average of zł714.
Distance: 362 miles (584 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł714 Average price | zł682 Average price | zł361 Average price Cheapest | zł903 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Tours:
A bus is zł321 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Tours costing on average zł682.
A bus is zł353 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Tours costing on average zł714.
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 13m.
Bus takes on average 13h 10m.
The journey is about 2h 29m faster (5h 13m by train vs 7h 42m by car) and roughly zł189 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł714 vs zł903). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Tours trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6106+ 860555 | 7:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h16 | 1:19 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
5354+ 16556 | 8:34 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h16 | 3:50 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
6112 · 8485+ 105485 | 9:03 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h23 | 3:26 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
5382+ 857021 | 10:36 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h08 | 5:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
6188+ 860007+ 860519 | 10:47 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h09 | 5:56 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
9866 · 5454+ 107455 | 12:12 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h01 | 6:13 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
6174 · 8315 | 12:46 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h06 | 6:52 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
6120 · 8345+ 105442 | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h47 | 7:50 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
5386 · 5240+ 107241 | 2:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h43 | 8:19 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
6122 · 8321 | 3:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h41 | 8:44 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
9896 · 5358+ 107359 | 3:56 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h49 | 9:45 PM Tours station | 2 transfers | |
6124+ 860567 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h49 | 10:53 PM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
6180+ 860569 | 7:26 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h27 | 1:53 AM Tours station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Marseille to Tours run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł273 but you can travel from only zł130 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 362 miles (584 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 362 miles (584 km) |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price zł273 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Tours — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tours trip today.
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic setting beside the cathedral.
Companion site to the Fine Arts Museum displaying major works in the Saint-Libert chapel. A focused art stop in a restored medieval building.
Archaeology museum housed in a remarkable half-timbered residence. Exhibits trace Tours from antiquity through the Middle Ages in an atmospheric setting.
The emblematic square of Old Tours, lined with timber-framed houses. A beautiful place to admire Renaissance streetscape and feel the city's lively atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, half-timbered facades, and hidden courtyards. Ideal for wandering on foot and discovering the medieval character of Tours.
Loire riverbanks around Tours provide wide views, bridges, and sunset walks. A simple but essential area for appreciating the city's riverside identity.
Rillettes de Tours are slow-cooked shredded pork preserved in fat. The Tours style is protected and prized for its coarse texture and rich, rustic flavor.
Rillons de Touraine are caramelized pork belly pieces, gently confit then browned. They are a classic Loire appetizer often served with local wine.
Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine is a log-shaped goat cheese with a straw through the center. It is one of the Loire Valley's best-known traditional cheeses.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in a historic setting, known for refined Loire-focused cuisine and polished service near central Tours.
Well-regarded traditional bistro serving classic French dishes with a regional touch in a warm, convivial old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie with a lively local feel, appreciated for fresh seasonal plates, seafood and dependable French staples.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are reasonable, and local transit is affordable compared with Paris and other major tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes if you wish.
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Gare de Tours -> Place Jean Jaurès, Tours
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Tours by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Marseille to Tours trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Tours station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Tours train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
Marseille-Blancarde is 2 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marseille-Blancarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Café de la Banque, La Table de l'Ours
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Marseille-Blancarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Marseille-Blancarde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille-Blancarde.
Nearby hotels include Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone, Ibis Marseille Timone, Hotel Azur.
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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